What are some of the different decorating trends?  

Traditional

Traditional style expresses the grace, beauty and elegance of an era gone by. Rich materials including darker woods, damask fabrics, accents of silver, fine china and glassware dominate this look. Artwork that fits in with a traditional home can vary widely. Landscapes, and botanicals all fit in very comfortably with this luxurious style. 

Country

County is an enormously popular style based on the universal love for casual living. Elements used in a country style home are usually wood or tile, featuring worn, rustic, or distressed finishes. Different countries have slightly different accents to this style - for example, French Country makes use of fabric with small brightly colored provincial patterns. Folk art, Americana and scenes of rural life are an integral part of any county style home. 

Contemporary

Clean and uncluttered, the contemporary style appeals to the desire for refinement and order in the home or office.  Preferred materials are glass, metal, and simply treated wood. Inspirations come from the simple wood and finishes of Shaker furniture design, modern Scandinavian design, and twentieth century shapes and color. Artwork for contemporary style spaces
includes photography, abstract art, Asian art, and the bright interpretations that put a twist on classic images, a style that is very popular today. 

Earthly Origins

This broad category is inspired by the earth and its most basic elements of stone, flora, water, and sky. This style can also draw from the ethnic arts that native peoples have developed over the centuries, applying influences from their cultures and geographic regions. In either definition, you get an exotic look that is filled with earth tones, textures, spiritual and nature
inspired imagery. Artwork from people all around the world - in whatever form - suits this category as the appreciation and respect for multicultural art forms grows. 

Gentleman's Retreat

This look is meant to appeal to men and women who do not necessarily want the rustic look of a lodge, but rather prefer the comfort and elegance reminiscent of a 19th century English-style den or library. The colors are deeper, the woods darker and polished. Darker metals are used, with accessories that are simple and elegant. Artwork for these rooms typically has masculine themes - African animals, cigars, sports, landscapes and still lives. 

Retro

The modern whimsical designs of the postwar 1950's and 1960's is relived in furniture and designs termed "retro". Resurgence of the shapes and colors of this time, such as black and white, metallic and glass are the key indicators of this look. Artwork that fits in with retro is reminiscent of this time either in color or subject matter. 

Vintage

The Vintage look capitalizes on the worn-in elegance of inspiring images from the past. This look draws on the romanticism of faded rose fabrics, wicker furniture and cups of tea - all of very fine quality. Large florals (not too bright) and soothing landscapes help to recreate the feelings of a refined era and the simple joys in life. 

Juvenile

Today's parents are spending more time than ever to create special rooms for their children. The array of new, high-quality furnishings available has made it possible to bring beauty into juvenile decor. Artwork for children makes use of a pastel or bright, primary color palette. Familiar stories and images make wall decor fun and educational too!